Therapy

Nadi Swedana

Herbal steam directed through a tube onto one specific area, fomentation with a narrow aim.

What it is

Steam from a decoction is carried through a flexible tube and played directly over the affected joint or muscle, after that area has been oiled.

What it helps

Localised joint pain, muscular spasm, frozen shoulder, stiff neck and sciatica, conditions where whole-body steam would be unnecessary or unsuitable.

What to expect

Precise and well tolerated, including by patients who cannot take full steam for cardiac or blood-pressure reasons.

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Nadi Swedana therapy being carried out at an Ayurvedic clinic

Typical duration

15–20 minutes

Suitability is decided at consultation. Durations here are typical, not promises.